December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Darien, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Darien, in December, registers an average low temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C), showing a minute reduction from daily highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are July and December, with an average 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Darien, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Darien, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.7 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Darien, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Darien, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are July and December, with an average 4.17" (106mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Darien?

In Darien, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Darien, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Darien?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Darien have in December?

In Darien, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Darien?

In Darien, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Darien, CT

Average temperature in December - Darien, CT
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Darien, CT

Average pressure in December - Darien, CT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Darien, CT

Average wind speed in December - Darien, CT
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Darien, CT

Average humidity in December - Darien, CT
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Darien, CT

Average rainfall in December - Darien, CT
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Darien, CT

Average rainfall days in December - Darien, CT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Darien, CT

Average snowfall in December - Darien, CT
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Darien, CT

Average snowfall days in December - Darien, CT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Darien, CT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Darien, CT
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Darien, CT

Average sunshine days in December - Darien, CT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Darien, CT

Average UV index in December - Darien, CT
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Darien, CT

Average cloud cover in December - Darien, CT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Darien, CT

Average visibility in December - Darien, CT
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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